1995 Ford Fiesta vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1995 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 782 kg more than 1995 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Avensis (248 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Fiesta | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fiesta | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |
